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An Indirect Materials (MRO) Buyer is responsible for procuring all non-production related materials and services needed for a plant's operations, ensuring efficient and cost-effective procurement of maintenance, repair, and operating supplies. This includes sourcing, negotiating, and managing vendors, while also optimizing inventory levels and supporting production schedules.
Job Responsibility:
Execute standard purchasing processes and strategies including procure-to-pay definition and optimization
Plan and maintain optimal level of inventory using plan for every part (PFEP)
Manage supplier on time delivery (OTD) performance, maintain system data integrity and measure performance on related key indicators
Proactively identify, communicate, and assist with resolving issues that delay material deliveries
Support direction and strategies regarding supplier demand forecasting, supplier capacity planning, supply base inventory management, supplier replenishment and procurement transactions
Recommend cost saving proposals including make-versus-buy analysis, alternative sourcing, step pricing for volume discounts, and vendor evaluation criteria
Requisition major purchased items and coordinate timely processing of those parts finished outside the company
Coordinate engineering change order (ECO) activities with suppliers and internal support functions
Work with Corporate Strategic Sourcing department to identify key and preferred suppliers for key categories of spend that support business unit and corporate objectives
Act as SAP Super User within functional area as assigned
Requirements:
Associates Degree in related field OR equivalent experience
3 years of purchasing, planning or related experience in a manufacturing environment
Nice to have:
Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management
Association for Operations Management (APICS) Certification